Description
Book SynopsisThis survey of the Pope's teachings comes from one of the Pope's closest associates. It contains 11 "conversations" on the most important points of John Paul II's teachings which cover issues such as freedom, democracy, ecumenicalism, and sexuality.
Trade ReviewIn a marvelously accessible manner, [Zieba] here responds to questions on everything from the Pope's role in the end of communism to his teachings on human sexuality and the nature of democracy. . . .The Surprising Pope is warmly recommended. * First Things *
Table of ContentsChapter 1 Introduction: The Pope and the Dominican Chapter 2 An Explanation and an Invitation Chapter 3 Stereotypes Chapter 4 Be Not Afraid! Chapter 5 Reading History Chapter 6 Place Demands on Yourself Chapter 7 The Lessons of Solidarity Chapter 8 The Test of Freedom Chapter 9 Democracy and the Church Chapter 10 The Christian in the Free Market Chapter 11 Sex and the Church Chapter 12 Our Brothers and Sisters: Reflections on Ecumensim Chapter 13 The Church and the Contemporary World Chapter 14 Epilogue: Time: God's Expression Chapter 15 Concluding Notes: Diary of a Polish Priest
